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Meta-Analysis on the Age-Specific Seroprevalence of Hepatitis A Virus in Turkey

Version 1 : Received: 9 October 2024 / Approved: 10 October 2024 / Online: 10 October 2024 (09:39:22 CEST)

How to cite: Ciftci, I. H.; Koroglu, M.; Demiray, T.; Terzi, H. A.; Kahraman Kilbas, E. P. Meta-Analysis on the Age-Specific Seroprevalence of Hepatitis A Virus in Turkey. Preprints 2024, 2024100768. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202410.0768.v1 Ciftci, I. H.; Koroglu, M.; Demiray, T.; Terzi, H. A.; Kahraman Kilbas, E. P. Meta-Analysis on the Age-Specific Seroprevalence of Hepatitis A Virus in Turkey. Preprints 2024, 2024100768. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202410.0768.v1

Abstract

Background: Hepatitis A virus (HAV) is a leading cause of acute viral hepatitis and is primarily transmitted via the fecal-oral route. The clinical presentation and progression of the disease vary based on the patient's age. Turkey is classified as an intermediate endemic country, and HAV infection remains a significant public health issue worldwide. Methods: This study conducted a systematic meta-analysis to evaluate age-specific HAV seroprevalence rates in Turkey from 2000 to 2023. A comprehensive literature search identified 177 articles, of which 57 met the inclusion criteria. Studies were assessed for quality and categorized by age groups: 0-

Keywords

Hepatitis A virus; Meta analysis; Seroprevalence; Turkey

Subject

Medicine and Pharmacology, Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases

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